Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ennis, TX

All rental dwelling units must be licensed and pass a successful health and safety inspection. There are no specific STR-only caps, occupancy limits, or primary residency requirements mentioned in the general rental licensing code.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ennis. 1. Register the property through the City of Ennis OpenGov portal and pay the annual fee ($20 per single-family unit). 2. Schedule and pass a health and safety inspection through the Health Department. 3. Obtain the Residential Rental Property License upon successful inspection; licenses must be renewed annually.

1. Register the property through the City of Ennis OpenGov portal and pay the annual fee ($20 per single-family unit). 2. Schedule and pass a health and safety inspection through the Health Department. 3. Obtain the Residential Rental Property License upon successful inspection; licenses must be renewed annually.